Support Worker
| Posting date: | 05 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.26 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | 13.26 - 13.26 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 July 2025 |
| Location: | Gawcott, MK18 4JH |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JUN20251237 |
Summary
Support Worker - Old Barn 4This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at4 Old Barn, a registered care home in Gawcott, near Buckingham. As a Support Worker, you'll make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents, helping them achieve independence and live with dignity.We offer round-the-clock care and support for four adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities, autism, and some physical disabilities. Our mission is to empower our residents to live their best lives by assisting them with every aspect of daily living. This includes organising and supporting outings, managing finances, attending appointments, administering medication, and ensuring a healthy and safe environment.As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:Assess needs and develop personalised support plansPromote independence through life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgetingProvide personal care with sensitivity and respectFollow and contribute to risk assessments and management plansInduct and assist in the mentoring of new staff Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goalsYou’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.About you:We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferencesBe flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidaysWork well as part of a team and independentlyBe committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred careHold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for workWe will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification. Hightown Benefits:Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract (£13.26 per hour)Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salaryMileage paid for car usageFully paid DBSAnnual bonus based on satisfactory performanceMonthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living reviewOngoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding supportRefer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for usEmployee assistance helplinePlease note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.